North Maroon Peak

North Maroon is one of the most 'classic' of Aspen's Seven Summits. It makes up the 'iconic' Maroon Bells, the most photographed peaks in North America. On this guided climb, you will hike through pristine forests, skirt across alpine scree fields and scramble airy ridges, topping out at just over fourteen-thousand feet. From the summit of North Maroon, you will take in 360-degree views of the Elk Mountain range, seeing for miles and miles in all directions. This ascent is world-class and will award mountain adventurers a timeless memory!

Location: The guide will be in touch with you the day before to determine your meeting place and any miscellaneous details. Please call 970-925-7625 for any questions.

Maximum Guide Ratio: 2:1

Fitness Level: You should maintain an overall general level of fitness as this climb is challenging.

Includes: AMGA trained/certified mountain guide, use of all technical equipment (helmet, harness, climbing equipment, ropes, packs, etc.), use of all necessary camping gear, and a 3% USFS land use surcharge.

Prep- Your guide will contact you the day before at the voice number you give us to discuss an appropriate plan for you and to confirm a meeting place and start time. You will go over necessary gear to pack and meal planning. Think about what type of foods you want to eat while climbing in the backcountry and coordinate with your guide.

You will be provided with a helmet, harness, climbing equipment, ropes, a pack, and all necessary camping gear.

Summers in Aspen tend to be warm and mild, but temperatures can easily drop as you head up in elevation, for example on Independence Pass. Rain/thunderstorms occasionally occur, more often than not in the afternoon rather than mornings. Rain gear will be essential if necessary. Participants will travel in the backcountry and should be prepared for any or all weather conditions.

THE FIRST STEP

It is suggested that you maintain a good level of physical fitness, as these climbs are challenging. Exercise uphill with a moderate-sized pack. Go for long runs or bike rides - try to increase your cardiovascular health.

THE NEXT STEP

Colorado has 54 14,000-foot peaks! Let us help you summit the ones here in the Elk range, including North Maroon Peak, Pyramid Peak, Snowmass Peak and Castle Peak. We also guide Mount Elbert (the highest of the 54-14ers), and La Plata (the fifth highest).

POLICIES

Booking/Cancellation policy: AE requires a full credit card or cash/check payment to hold your reservation. Cancellations made within 14 days of a scheduled climb will be charged full price. Travel Guard insurance is available via aspenexpeditions.com website.

Risk Management

Please note: AEW's number one priority is your safety. Many conditions affect our guides' decisions in the mountains, including client fitness and comfort, weather conditions and route conditions. There are inherent hazards in mountain travel such as inclement weather, avalanches, rock fall, ice fall that our guides manage yet cannot eliminate. The combination of our guides' formal training and wealth of experience assures that their sound decision create an enjoyable and safe mountain experience. Aspen Expeditions reserves the right to turn around or change routes without refunds or credits under any conditions.